Teacher Guide

Self Reliance and Other Essays Lesson Plan

Study Objectives

If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:

  1. 1

    Students will place Emerson in an accurate and comprehensive historical context through examining and revising examples of mainstream academic criticism.

  2. 2

    Students will engage in role-play, art projects, written assignments, and class discussions to gain direct, embodied experience of the concepts Emerson explores in his essays.

  3. 3

    Students will conduct research of recent and current religious leaders to interpret Emerson's views on spiritual teaching and religious ministry.

  4. 4

    Students will use social media to explore Emerson's ideas on...

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